Oracle Cloud Financials Principal Consultant

Job Description

Applications Software Technology (AST) was founded on one simple thought, put our people and our customers first, and you can never lose. AST is a globally recognized award-winning full-service enterprise systems integrator, serving clients in the Public and Commercial Sectors for over 27 years. Clients look to AST for leadership and assistance in systems integration, business process redesign, project management, systems administration, and training. From on-premise applications to modern cloud technology, AST's services encompass all aspects of Enterprise Resource Planning, Business Intelligence, Enterprise Performance Management, Customer Experience, and Middleware. AST also offers flexible Managed Services, supporting the needs of over 200 Public Sector and Commercial customers around the globe. If you're someone with energy, drive, and creativity, AST might be the place for you.

Currently, we are looking for a Oracle Cloud Financials Principal Consultant to join our team. This is a full-time position that can sit anywhere in Canada.

What you'll do:
Lead functional tracks on AST's Oracle Cloud ERP engagements
Provide subject matter expertise in Oracle Cloud Financials GL, AP, AR, Tax, Collections, Expenses FA, & CM modules
Through understanding of Chart of Accounts structure having lead Chart of Accounts re-designs, analyzing financial reporting needs, lead month end and year end close
Have very sound accounting knowledge and provide solutions based on accounting principles and rules for the financial modules
Complete project tasks and deliverables as per established project timelines. Written deliverables should be of the highest quality as per established project templates
Engage with clients and lead workshops to define business requirements
Conduct gap analysis between delivered functionality and client requirements. Provide solutions to Gaps along with recommended solution for the Cloud Financials modules
Document Gaps, Issues and Solution Process Flows.
Map customer's business process to Oracle Cloud Applications processes
Configure the modules to align with customer's business processes
Migrate customer financial data from Legacy to Oracle Cloud Applications
Prepare the functional design for all technical objects
Develop testing scenarios and test scripts
Lead testing events like unit, integration and acceptance testing for the Cloud Financial modules. Tasks include finalizing scenarios with the client, prepping data for testing, providing the schedule for the events, coordination of completion of testing and ensuring accuracy in testing
Facilitate knowledge transfer
What We're Looking For: Demonstrated ability to provide subject matter expertise in core Oracle Cloud ERP Financials modules (GL, AP, AR, Expenses, Tax, Collections, FA & CM)
Good knowledge of general accounting and accounting principles
Lead Experience in Cloud Oracle Applications implementations
Minimum of 5 years of ERP Implementation Experience with least 2 full cycle implementations on Oracle Cloud Applications as Module Lead
Experience in Business Process Consulting, problem definition, facilitating global design workshops, business process analysis, providing subject matter guidance, system integration testing, training and production deployment
Experience in the following is a plus but not mandatory Budgetary Controls and Encumbrance Accounting
Exposure to SCM and Project Portfolio Management applications

Able to work in a fast-paced environment with a diverse group of people
Able to effectively collaborate with Customers, PMO, Onsite & Offshore team
Capable to work independently, take initiative with minimal supervision yet can participate as a team member with a willingness to help where needed
Excellent verbal and written communication, active listening and interpersonal skills
Adapt to new projects quickly with a can-do, jump-right-in attitude
4-year Bachelor degree (or equivalent experience)
Able to travel per project and organizational needs.
What We Bring:

At AST, people are the center of everything we do, and we work to provide you with benefits beyond a paycheck. We strive to develop and recognize our people at all levels and give them the rewards they deserve. We offer full benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement/401k, disability, life insurance, and unlimited PTO for all our North American employees to balance your work and life. We also offer additional benefits, such as commuter benefits, legal insurance, pet insurance, sabbatical leave, education reimbursement, parental leave, and much more.

Our Culture:

At AST, people are the center of everything we do. In over 28 years of business, we know that putting our people first is the key to success. Our passion for people has earned us multiple awards. Here are some of the most recent: 2023 National Cultural Excellence for Remote Work by Energage
2023 National Cultural Excellence for Innovation by Energage
2023 National Cultural Excellence for DE&I Practices by Energage
2023 National Cultural Excellence for Leadership by Energage
2023 Chicago Tribune Top Workplaces by Energage (5th consecutive year)
2022 Top Workplaces in the Nation by Energage
2022 National Cultural Excellence for Leadership by Energage
2022 National Cultural Excellence for Innovation by Energage
2022 Dallas Fort Worth's 2022 Best and Brightest Companies to Work for by National Association for Business Resources (NABR)

We foster a culture of trust, ownership, and innovation at every level of the organization. All doors are open and everyone's ideas matter, giving our people the ability to quickly understand our customers' needs and translate those needs into action. While we celebrate individual wins, we always strive for shared success. We are One AST.

Statement of Non-Discrimination : We value global diversity and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other. AST is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, making all employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic or classification protected by law.